Middle Mang
Key Takeaway
Middle Mang is classified as low hazard in Pennsylvania. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 35.6% in PA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | PA01915 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MRS. BETTY MANG
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Middle Mang?
Middle Mang is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Middle Mang?
Middle Mang is owned by MRS. BETTY MANG (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Middle Mang built?
Middle Mang was completed in 1977, making it 49 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Middle Mang?
Middle Mang serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Middle Mang?
Middle Mang has a dam height of 17 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Middle Mang last inspected?
Middle Mang was last inspected on July 10, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.